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daredevil

Pronunciation: /ˈdɛədɛvəl/

The English word “daredevil” has 3 meanings listed here.

noun

  1. A person who engages in very risky behavior, especially one who is motivated by a craving for excitement or attention.

adjective

  1. Recklessly bold; adventurous.

verb

  1. To behave in a reckless, adventurous, or physically risky manner.

Etymology

From dare + devil; an exocentric compound, "one who dares the devil".

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